Upcoming Coaching Courses
Canada Soccer Grassroots Coaching Courses Fall 2026
Our club recognizes and supports your efforts to grow as a coach and your commitment to giving our players your best! Registration fees for club members are fully covered.
For questions about these courses, please contact: technicaldirector@alberniathletics.ca
Course Schedule & Deadlines
⚠️ Important: You must complete the Online Component at least 10 days before your On-Field Component. This allows time for Canada Soccer / BC Soccer to process your credit so you can register for the practical session.
Our club recognizes & supports your efforts to grow as a coach and your commitment to give our players your best! As such, registration fees for club members are fully covered.
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| Course | Required Online Module Deadline | On-Field Workshop Date & Time | Location | Group Details | Course Code |
| Active Start | September 5, 2026 | Sept 19 (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) | ADSS Turf | Co-ed, Age 14+ | AASC Active Start |
| Learn to Train | October 10, 2026 | Oct 24 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) | ADSS Turf | Co-ed, Age 16+ | AASC Learn to Train |
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How to Register (Step-by-Step)
Follow these steps in order to complete your full certification:
- Complete the Online Theory (Part 1):
- Register for and complete the online theory course via Canada Soccer Grassroots Coach Education.
- Note: You must use the exact same full name and email address as your Coach Centre account.
- Create an Account:
- Go to Coach Centre and create an account (skip if you already have one).
- Wait for Credit Approval (7–10 Days):
- It takes 7 to 10 days after completing the online theory for the credit to appear on your Coach Centre profile.
- Register for the On-Field Practical (Part 2):
- Once your credit is applied, log into Coach Centre to register for the on-field practical workshop to complete your certification
GRASSROOTS COACHING COURSE GUIDE
Which Course Should You Take?
BC Soccer expects all affiliate coaches to be trained at the specific age level they coach. Use this guide to determine which course you need:
U5-U7 - Active Start
U8-U9 - FUNdamentals
U10-U13 - Learn to Train (Required to coach U12/13 Rep and Development Soccer Program)
U14 and older - Soccer For Life (Required to coach U14-U18 rep soccer)
For questions about the courses, please email our technical director: technicaldirector@alberniathletics.ca
About the Courses
- Developer & Delivery: Designed by Canada Soccer and delivered on the field by a certified Learning Facilitator (LF).
- Objective: Keeps you up to date on current coaching practices and principles tailored for optimal player development under the Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) framework.
- Learn more about why to take these courses through BC Soccer.
Canada Grassroots Coaching Courses
offered for U14 age & older
This is an excellent opportunity to learn the coaching side of the game and to help develop the young players of your club!
Resource: BC Soccer
For questions about the courses, please email our technical director: technicaldirector@alberniathletics.ca